Description
Brazilian lemonade, a creamy citrus delight from Brazil, blends fresh lime and condensed milk into a refreshing tropical drink. Cold glasses of this smooth beverage will transport you directly to sunny Brazilian streets with one delightful sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Citrus Ingredients:
- 4 large limes (or 6 key limes)
Liquid Ingredients:
- 3 cups cold water
- 4 ounces (113 grams) sweetened condensed milk
Ice:
- 5 cups ice (1 cup for blending, 4 cups for serving)
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash limes and slice into quarters, removing outer peel if desiring a milder citrus profile.
- Combine lime pieces with cold water in a blender, pulsing for approximately 30 seconds until ingredients transform into a uniform liquid consistency.
- Position a fine mesh strainer over a clean container, carefully pouring the blended mixture to extract pure liquid while filtering out pulp and excess fiber.
- Transfer strained liquid back into blender, introducing condensed milk and ice cubes, then process until achieving a silky, frothy texture.
- Distribute remaining crushed ice evenly across serving glasses, then gently cascade the freshly prepared Brazilian lemonade over the ice.
- Garnish with optional lime wedge and serve immediately to preserve optimal temperature and vibrant flavor profile.
Notes
- Peeling limes reduces bitterness and creates a smoother, more delicate flavor profile perfect for those sensitive to tangy citrus notes.
- Use fresh, room-temperature limes for maximum juice extraction and vibrant taste that elevates the drink’s overall quality.
- Adjust sweetness by gradually adding condensed milk, allowing you to customize the drink’s richness to personal preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute condensed milk with coconut milk or simple syrup to maintain the creamy texture while accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg